How to Get Peruvian Citizenship and Permanent Residence in 2025 | Dr Documents

Are you living in Peru and looking to obtain Peruvian citizenship or permanent residence? Whether you’re a foreigner with years in the country or just starting your immigration process, this guide explains everything step by step. At DR DOCUMENTS, we support you through the full legal and migratory process – from paperwork to approval.

Difference Between Peruvian Permanent Residence and Citizenship

Peruvian Permanent Residency

  • Allows you to stay in Peru indefinitely.

  • You receive a Carné de Extranjería (Foreigner ID).

  • You maintain your original nationality.

Peruvian Citizenship (Naturalization)

  • Grants you full Peruvian nationality.

  • You can get a Peruvian DNI and passport.

  • You may lose or maintain your original nationality depending on your home country.

Requirements for Peruvian Permanent Residence (2025)

To apply for permanent residence in Peru, you must meet the following conditions:

General Requirements:

  • Hold a valid residency visa for at least 3 consecutive years (e.g. family, rentista, work, etc.).

  • Valid passport

  • Proof of income or economic solvency

  • Interpol background check

  • No criminal record in Peru or abroad

  • Application submitted through Migraciones Perú online system

At DR DOCUMENTS, we help you gather all documents, legalize or apostille them, and submit your file properly.

Types of Visa That Lead to Permanent Residence

You can apply for permanent residency after holding one of the following visas:

  • Family Visa

  • Rentista Visa

  • Work Visa

  • Marriage to Peruvian Citizen

  • Investment Visa

Each has different requirements. We provide personalized guidance for each path.

Requirements for Peruvian Citizenship (Naturalization)

You may apply for Peruvian nationality if you meet one of the following cases:

Case 1: Naturalization by Residence

  • 2 years of legal residency (for Latin American nationals) or 5 years (for other nationalities)

  • Continuous presence in Peru

  • Proof of legal income

  • Spanish language proficiency

  • No serious criminal background

Case 2: Marriage to a Peruvian Citizen

  • Minimum 2 years of marriage

  • Residing legally in Peru

Case 3: Child of Peruvian Parent (Born Abroad)

  • Parent must be registered as a Peruvian

  • You can request citizenship by descent

Key Documents Required for Citizenship or Residence

  • Valid passport

  • Carné de extranjería (for residents)

  • Birth certificate (apostilled and translated)

  • Criminal background check from your home country

  • Migraciones records

  • Sworn statement of income

Need translations or apostilles? We do it all at DR DOCUMENTS.

How Long Does the Process Take?

  • Permanent residence: 30–120 days (after submission)

  • Citizenship: 6–18 months, depending on your case

We follow up closely and keep you informed of each step.

Why Work with DR DOCUMENTS?

  • Since 2016 – Trusted by 5,000+ clients

  • Experts in migration law & document preparation

  • We handle everything: Apostilles, translations, Interpol, SUNARP, RENIEC, and Migraciones

Contact Us to Begin Your Citizenship or Residency Process

Ready to become a legal resident or citizen in Peru?

📲 Contact DR DOCUMENTS today for a personalized consultation.

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